To pronounce "actively", say ACT-iv-ely — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"actively" has 3 syllables: act-iv-ely. It rhymes with retroactively and proactively, if that helps it stick.
adverb
“He was actively listening.”
“a word used actively”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Actively" has 3 syllables: act · iv · ely.
Actively: In an active manner.
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